The Minus Sixteen Podcast
A fortnightly podcast with myself David & co-host Alex. We chat about the latest in tech talking about Apple, Samsung and anything else that takes our fancy! We also cover the business of YouTube - pulling back the curtains and letting you know what it’s really like to be a content creator on YouTube, Medium and more. We’d love you to get involved so please feel free to leave messages in the chat or DM us on Twitter... You’ll find me on Twitter @Dtalkingtech and Alex @AlexGTech1
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Sunday Nov 10, 2024
Sunday Nov 10, 2024
This week started with a bit of chaos as it looked like Daniel's tech troubles would strike again.
Alex & David started without him and got straight into NEW Mac Mini chat.
The boys spoke about the new devices as well as the configurations they had purchased for themselves.
Daniel EVENTUALLY fixed his tech issues and joined as we got into Alex's No Android November challenge which prompted a great insight into daily drivers and what tech we rely on each day to support not only our businesses but also our lives.
We then diverted to YouTube and spoke about celebrating successful weeks on the platform with everyone hitting a 1/10 video, before discussing how we respond to comments and engage with our audience in unique ways.
We finished up with some new tech to look at, Daniel & Alex waxed lyrical over some DJI cameras before rounding off the episode. All that and more on this week’s episode of Minus Sixteen!
Osmo Pocket 3:
https://www.amazon.com.au/DJI-Vlogging-Stabilization-Tracking-Photography/dp/B0CG19QXWD/ref=sr_1_5?crid=VIW91SOG9LQX&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.w-6AzfAY2daFWePZ8oubGgOyJDmUwUcBqLvN8bbZc5kGSNdM2hArsciVarIebMxMtQNmt_p1vvsPNr0uP7txBU6eVMqRiGyPrx94F4uMjnvp8GqO7ju7NS-CeSzW4tDlQPozerkNBka8UHIaz0viYi-3o61DxKj5FBGy6o-TkkkztJIkKtrmSOt_mz_1cIt2_izfcHp6fCbiirflqDVxFLghqZH8q4I6q0hCkkF-t3aX6fMBKzSTgQgEP-tNmfu2EoC930uc1tfkLhWf5gOo7XPTWcyxCBe9mK2eYVPwPXk.0fYjJ8_SgquHJha7f8PRgUyL_EQRQQWh3-Y4xgAgNLA&dib_tag=se&keywords=dji%2Bosmo%2Bpocket%2Bhandheld%2B3%2Baxis%2Bgimbal&qid=1731101990&sprefix=dji%2Bosmo%2Bpocket%2Bhandheld%2B3%2Baxis%2Bgimbal%2Caps%2C287&sr=8-5&th=1
Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com
Daniel’s latest video: https://youtu.be/cFheEYS0pKY?si=pr_UrvhWKx2z39J8
Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/Ya4MNSQ66Dk?si=Df1cAhhQM7m6p-L2
David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/OHZh_5c5Rbg
00:00 Intro
01:35 A busy time - true Tectember style
03:35 Let’s talk M4 Mac mini
08:45 The benefits of working on a Mac
13:30 Using external SSDs with a Mac
16:40 Alex and his android free November
23:05 Synology possibilities
26:30 Hating on the S24 Ultra
32:40 Signal differences - iPhone - Samsung
35:05 Content is king
40:25 Engaging with viewers
52:32 Keyword research
57:04 Osmo Pocket 3 and drones
Saturday Oct 26, 2024
Saturday Oct 26, 2024
Off the back of a hugely successful pod last time out, the boys are back with yet another YouTube success, Brad Colbow.
Brad is a YouTuber who caters to creative professionals and drills down on the products and resources available for artists and creatives.
We talk about Brad’s journey as well as ask him about his niche and how he settled on it. We talk about how he deals with brands but also how he's trying to move away from brand deals and more towards course offerings and self-sustainability.
Since the last pod, the pay-to-play YouTubers are back in force and we analyse the promote tool and the impact it is having on the wider industry.
All that and more on another week of Minus Sixteen!
Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com
00:00 Intro
01:25 Meeting Brad Colbow
07:20 Brad on planning content
12:10 Hitting the content wave
15:25 Embargo deadlines & protocols
23:30 Brad’s rapid growth spell
29:15 Brad on selling his channel - well maybe!
31:30 Channel sustainability and YouTube Promotions
48:10 Selling courses & Memberships
55:00 The imposter syndrome
63:00 Brad’s equipment set-up
66:00 Thoughts on the new iPad mini
74:00 Having fun with our tech!
Saturday Oct 12, 2024
Saturday Oct 12, 2024
This week the lads have a special guest. Rising YouTube star Samuel Nam jumps on the pod to talk about his YouTube journey and his greater purpose for making content on the platform beyond just reviewing tech. He shares insights into his process, gear and overcoming his anxiety about posting his first video.
The boys then get into quite a long discussion about working with sponsors and how the current landscape of sponsorships is getting harder due to bigger creators buying views and inflating numbers.
YouTube also has released a new product, the boys discuss 3-minute shorts and the impact they could have on a channel.
All that and more on this week's Minus Sixteen!
Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com
00:00 Intro
01:35 Sam and his YouTube story
09:20 How sponsors change everything
13:15 Sam’s filming schedule
18:20 Daniel talking about the YouTube skippable ad hack
25:30 Sam’s way of incentivising advertisers and sponsors
30:50 How Daniel & Sam first met
37:25 Keyword search, titles and content
40:00 Outsourcing thumbnails -and how not to overthink them
44:25 A/B testing
50:00 The art of great titles
53:30 Nailing the first 30-seconds
55:20 3-minute shorts - do they make sense?
61:00 David’s rap tribute
➡️ LATEST VIDEOS
Sam - https://youtu.be/6vXKcsNwsCs?si=pE8T86SLMa7Tzbxo
Daniel - https://youtu.be/xBhz4KrpkdQ?si=dS8-kUtfNuJYvQkd
Alex - https://youtu.be/fi4j_RQ-tRs?si=6qiOIDfylWYCaLPf
David - https://youtu.be/cIlUhPJdK6s
Saturday Sep 28, 2024
Saturday Sep 28, 2024
In a short and sharp chat this week, the boys begin their chat with some insights into how they got their iPhones on launch day and David recounts the hustle and bustle it took to get him his devices in time for videos.
David & Alex both give their accounts of using the iPhone in the first week and talk about how the camera control button is positioned wrong and lacks enough functionality right now.
The chat then turns to the newest Samsung devices and naturally, Daniel offers his guidance on what Samsung should've done instead.
After the product chat was done, Daniel talked about the origins of his beef with Quinn from Snazzy Labs and why creators should support each other instead of spreading hate and derision.
Finally, in a stacked chat, they finish with insights and thoughts on the controversy surrounding MKBHD and the Panels app that was launched last week.
It may have been shorter, but it is not short on topics, so grab your best snack and enjoy the latest episode of Minus Sixteen!
Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com
00:00 Intro
01:00 David & Alex iPhone 16 stories
06:00 iPhone 16 first thoughts
12:00 iPhone Mirroring
14:00 Samsung S24FE & Tab S10
20:55 Ceramic Shield issues & Camera Control woes
24:40 Daniel & Twitter
30:20 Marques & the Panels app
39:00 Daniel passes the 50,000 sub mark
41:30 iPhone users apathy
Saturday Sep 14, 2024
Saturday Sep 14, 2024
#glowtime #apple #iphone16
Another iPhone event is done and dusted, and the lads have some strong opinions on whether Apple has brought enough with their yearly showcase.
They break down the iPhone 16, Airpods 4 and a lazy update to the Watch Ultra 2 and AirPods Max.
David & Alex discuss what they ordered off the back of the event and the content they are planning.
When discussing YouTube, the lads discuss the thumbnail A/B testing again and revisit the hot issues of "buying views".
Finally, Alex discusses his recent travels to IFA in Berlin and how it had positive effects on networking in the creator Space.
All that and more on this week's Minus Sixteen!
Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com
00:00 Intro
01:30 It’s Glowtime - the Apple Event - our take
08:45 Has Apple run out of ideas?
18:50 What David bought
22:10 Samsung’s latest update & iOS 18
31:25 Features to price ratio iPhone 16 and AirPods Max woes
42:28 Using YouTubes A/B testing and changing titles
45:50 Using hashtags and making content king
48:05 Brands know best - or do they?
56:45 Daniel’s take on thumbnail testing
58:55 YouTube Premium - does it affect a creator’s earnings
60:00 The risks of working alone
64:00 Alex’s visit to Berlin
Saturday Aug 31, 2024
Saturday Aug 31, 2024
Lots to go through this time - sadly Daniel was not well, so it’s just David & Alex this time.
We go through the Glowtime event and what we are expecting from the event and also we show you the new iPhone 16 and its Capture Button as an exclusive on the podcast.
What makes a Pro user and can Pro’s work on iPads? Are you a Stage Manager or Split Screen user and would you buy a new iPad mini?
Then on to YouTube - we chat over paid promotions and the false value they give, how to earn trust with brands and how to remain faithful to your audience.
Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com
00:00 Intro
01:30 It’s Glowtime - the Apple Event
06:15 Why no Face ID on Macs yet?
08:30 The Capture Button on iPhone 16 Pro Max
10:00 Thoughts on The Vision Pro
12:12 Long-term thoughts on the 15 Pro Max - design
16:00 What makes a Pro user?
21:27 Being Pro on an iPad
24:00 Split Screen vs Stage Manager
28:08 iPad mini rumours
31:08 Alex & Garmin or Watch Ultra news
34:51 What else is coming our way at Glowtime?
37:25 Being genuine about what we make content about
38:50 S24 Ultra - problems
41:30 Sony Xperia update
44:45 Will we ever need to buy another Mac Pro?
47:02 YouTube Promote…
53:40 A fine line - when is too much too much?
55:10 Earning trust with brands
60:00 Dedicated videos
61:05 Retention hack
67:00 Music vs no music
How to boost views on YouTube
http://how-to-reach-1000-subscribers.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=gygc-channel&utm_content=i-bought-5-million-youtube-views-heres-what-happened
Saturday Aug 17, 2024
Saturday Aug 17, 2024
In this episode of the Minus Sixteen podcast, we take a look into the tech world's latest controversies and discussions, namely how Google and their PR agency have got into a bit of a pickle. We kick things off with the newly released Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, a device that has sparked mixed reactions among tech enthusiasts. Some say it looks odd and even ugly, prompting us to explore what might have gone wrong in its design. We also discuss how aesthetics play a significant role in consumer choice, and whether Google has missed the mark with this one.
✨We are genuinely curious though, do you prefer the wider screen of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold or prefer the design Samsung implemented in their Galaxy Z Fold 6? Let us know in the comments! 👇🏼
Next, we tackle a more serious issue in the tech review community—potential biases among tech reviewers. We explore recent reports suggesting that Google has allegedly instructed content creators not to show favouritism towards other brands, with the threat of ending partnerships if they do. This has been confirmed by various creators on "TeamPixel" and the wording used is really quite strong, and borderline unethical.
This raises important questions about the transparency and integrity of tech reviews, as well as the trustworthiness of some large YouTube channels. Are these influencers being genuine, or is their content overly positive due to brand pressure?
Our conversation also touches on the Samsung Galaxy Watch, a device that has been praised for its features but criticized (mainly by Alex 😅) for its battery life. We discuss how this product might still be suitable for certain consumers despite its shortcomings, and whether the battery issues are a dealbreaker for most users. We weigh the pros and cons to help our audience make informed decisions.
😬 Finally, we delve into the serious allegations against YouTube sensation Mr. Beast. While the motivations behind these accusations remain unclear, we express our concern about how this situation could impact YouTube as a platform, especially in terms of sponsorships and brand relationships. With the potential fallout from this controversy, we ponder the future of content creation on YouTube and the possible ripple effects on other creators.
Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com
00:00 Intro
02:06 Samsung Fold & Flip thoughts
11:00 Samsung watches - the good and bad
19:00 Checking sleep data
22:55 Samsung Ring
24:30 Vision Pro news
34:00 What’s new with Google Pixel
38:15 Samsung Fold vs Pixel Fold
42:45 5x cameras - are we fans
45:30 Team Pixel
60:03 The truth behind high-end brand deals
67:00 Is Mr Beast finished?
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
The lads are all back together after Alex has returned from holiday. It was the first opportunity for Alex and Daniel to discuss the latest Samsung products with both having hands-on and having started receiving the devices in hand. Daniel and Alex discussed their shared experience with the Galaxy Watch Ultra, while Alex updated us on the rest of the ecosystem and spoke of his love for the new Galaxy Ring.
The chat moved on to cameras, with David close to securing a business grant that will assist in upgrading his kit, whilst Daniel spoke of the perils of switching from a phone to a camera, just as David's camera ran out of battery while acting as a webcam!
The boys then moved on to talking YouTube and spoke about the thumbnail A/B testing, the annoying success of putting your face in thumbnails and whether it's worth using timestamps in videos. All of that and more in this week’s episode of Minus Sixteen!
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Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com
00:00 Intro
05:30 Samsung Watch Ultra first impressions
14:07 The Samsung Ring
18:05 Is this time for Flip phones
21:00 The Fold design
27:12 Samsung Buds
31:15 The pains of using a camera
36:45 Having backup audio
40:00 David may be getting a Canon R5 Mk II
42:35 Our favourite parts of the process
47:00 A/B thumbnail testing
63:00 YouTube want you to stay in lane
66:00 Skippable ads…
69:00 Timestamps - do they matter
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